We check in with people at each stage of the cash transfer process to see how things are going. Take a look at some of their stories as they appear here in real-time.
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($498 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on building a two roomed rental house which has been my family's reliable source of income since I built it .The money I get as rent from my tenants , I now use on budgeting for my household expenditures .
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($484 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying building materials and putting up a new structure since my previous one was small.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Having a descent house that accommodate all my family is the biggest difference in my life.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
When I received the money my spouse demanded to be given the phone plus the line Give Direct sent the money to and the E-mpesa pin, my spouse withdrew the money and gave only 1000 KES, which I spent to buy clothes for MY children the remaining balance I am not aware how it was spent.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment l received the transfer I was very happy because l knew my life will transfer form.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I have in my life is how to get money to buy food, pay school fees, pay rent and buy water.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is at night when am going to bed since it is the time that I get to rest after a busy day.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money brings a lot of joy in my heart as I am looking to start up a business, build a house, and buy food for my family.
